Early Scientific Revolution - Leonhard Fuchs

The transcript discusses Leonhard Fuchs, a pivotal figure in German botany during the age of herbals. His work, 'Natural Life', featured over 500 plant illustrations and introduced the first botanical vocabulary. Fuchs' contributions inspired a movement to explore nature directly, emphasizing the medicinal value of plants.

Who is often referred to as the father of German botany?

• Charles Darwin

• Leonhard Fuchs

• Gregor Mendel

• Carl Linnaeus

What is the title of Leonhard Fuchs' significant work in botany?

• The Origin of Species

• Natural Life

• The Herbalist's Guide

• Botanical Discoveries

How many full-page plant illustrations are included in Fuchs' herbal book?

• 300

• 400

• 600

• 500

Which of the following plants was included in Fuchs' book as a foreign plant?

• Pine

• Oak

• Indian Corn

• Rose

What movement was inspired by the popularity of Fuchs' works?

• Industrial Revolution

• Back to Nature Movement

• Scientific Revolution

• Renaissance